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We hope you’ll join us for ProFound’s next Disability Leadership Exchange open to the public on April 3. Register: https://lnkd.in/dfx7KKHq

ProFound is pleased announce an exciting opportunity, as we represent PATRICIA KIND FAMILY FOUNDATION in a search for its first non-family Executive Director -- a leader with lived experience with the historically marginalized Philadelphia communities that PKFF supports. This individual will help shape the next chapter of a private family foundation that has granted over $65M to Philadelphia organizations. Through relationships with local nonprofit partners, funders, and community leaders, this leader will help grow and continue the Foundation's impact in Philadelphia. Learn more about the position: https://lnkd.in/evdCN_VD Please email applicant resumes and nominations to: PKFFsearch@profound.eco. ProFound helps organizations find transformative leaders who drive impact and inclusion. https://lnkd.in/eSwhxpep #ExecutiveDirector #FamilyFoundation #CommunityLeadership #InclusiveLeadership #Philadelphia Valerie Kind-Rubin, Khalilah Joy Bryan Lawson, Angus Scott, John M. Garvey MSHRD, SHRM-CP

Ready for a career change or in the midst of a job transition? ProFound is launching Pivot Point: Career Coaching for Leaders — a five-week, high-impact group coaching experience for mid-to-senior level professionals navigating what’s next. Sign up today: ➡️ ProFound members: https://lnkd.in/eT3ZRD_2 ➡️ Non-members: https://lnkd.in/egDX-Bzz Led by ICF-certified coach Angus Scott, this program blends expert guidance, peer support, and proven tools to help you: ✔ Elevate your resume and LinkedIn ✔ Navigate job search and networking with purpose ✔ Interview and negotiate with confidence ✔ Build a 90-day plan to thrive in your new role And because it’s powered by ProFound, it’s built to be inclusive every step of the way — with accessible materials, flexible participation, and a trusted community of peers. 🗓 Starts May 8 💬 $500 for ProFound members | $600 for non-members 🌐 Includes access to a private coaching community + optional 1:1 coaching Your next move starts here. #CareerTransition #LeadershipCoaching #DisabilityInclusion #ExecutiveCoaching #CareerGrowth #ProFound #PivotPoint

Looking for upcoming in-person events focused on disability leadership? Check out these early April events. ⤵️ 👤From Katy Neas: The Arc of the United States Disability Policy Seminar, Washington DC, April 7-9. https://lnkd.in/etrDfZQ 👤From Dr. Jennifer Camota Luebke: Relay Resources Disability Next Summit, Portland, Oregon, April 10. https://lnkd.in/gxMs2iJw #WeAreProFound #DisabilityEvents #DisabilityLeadership ID: Two image cards each featuring the members' headshots and the event info and logos. A ProFound "P" logo sits in the upper corners of both. The backgrounds are white and blue with a graphic diagonal division of color.

#WomensHistoryMonth is a wrap! But not without one more spotlight on a woman in Disability leadership. Today we are celebrating Jenny Lay-Flurrie, who identifies as deaf and disabled, and leads many initiatives to empower people with disabilities both inside and outside of Microsoft. She created the Disability Answer Desk for customer support, launched the Microsoft Ability Hackathon, and hosts the annual Microsoft Ability Summit. Jenny was recognized as a ‘Disability Employment Champion of Change’ by the White House and as one of Fast Companies Most Creative People in Business. Thanks for the work you do, Jenny! #WomenLeaders #DisabilityLeadership #A11y #WeAreProFound ID: 1) image with photo of Jenny wearing a t-shirt with a11y and a rainbow on it. Her name and title are set on a purple background. 2) purple text post containing the mini bio from the caption.

Senator Tammy Duckworth is a remarkable woman and leader who powerfully stated: “The ADA is essential in helping me overcome the obstacles I face as a Wounded Warrior and empowers me to assist other veterans. It allows me to be physically active, have my pilot’s license, and serve in Congress.” Check back during the last few days of March as we pay tribute to more powerful women in Disability leadership during #WomensHistoryMonth Who are we? ProFound is a professional network amplifying disability leadership. Join us: https://lnkd.in/eeW2ignX ID: 1. Photo of the Senator at her desk in a wheelchair holding an infant baby while another child is peeking from under the desk. The title reads: Women in Disability leadership, Tammy Duckworth, US Senator and veteran advocate. 2. A double amputee, Iraq War veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and former Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Duckworth became the first disabled woman elected to the U.S. Senate, and was the first Senator to give birth while serving in office.

Spotlight on: Meryl Evans, CPACC (deaf) Meryl has lived experience “as a person born hearing free or profoundly deaf”. A professional speaker and trainer, she is one of the Top LinkedIn Voices for Accessibility Advocacy. Meryl emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement in accessibility efforts. She advocates for focusing on progress over perfection, encouraging individuals and organizations to take actionable steps toward inclusivity. Check back again soon as we pay tribute to more powerful women in Disability leadership! Who are we? ProFound is a professional network amplifying disability leadership. Join us: https://lnkd.in/eeW2ignX ID: Photo of Meryl Evans, a Digital Marketing & Accessibility Consultant, wearing a red shirt that says Progress Over Perfection and a black blazer. The title on the image says, Women in Leadership, with a ProFound "P" logo above it. The second image contains her bio from the caption on a blue background.

Keah’s words resonate deeply: "For so long, disabled women were told we couldn't be beautiful, couldn't be leaders. But we can be all those things and more." We appreciate the voices of disabled women in our leadership network and beyond. Have you read Keah Brown’s book, The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me? #WeAreProFound #WomenLeaders #DisabilityLeadership #WomensHistoryMonth ID: Quote with smiling headshot of Keah

Spotlight on: Keely Cat-Wells An entrepreneur and disability rights advocate, Keely founded C Talent, a talent agency representing Disabled talent, which was acquired in 2022, marking the largest acquisition of a Disabled-led company in the U.S. Most recently, Keely established Making Space, a talent acquisition and learning platform for companies to hire, support, and retain Disabled professionals. Check back again soon as we pay tribute to more powerful women in Disability leadership. #WeAreProFound #WomensHistoryMonth ID: Two cards with ProFound logos. One features Keely’s photo, and the other contains the text in the caption on a purple backdrop.

Spotlight on: Keisha Greaves An entrepreneur with muscular dystrophy, Keisha launched an adaptive fashion brand, Girls Chronically Rock. She partners with corporate brands to improve representation and accessibility in the fashion industry. Check back again soon as we pay tribute to more powerful women in Disability leadership. #WeAreProFound #WomensHistoryMonth ID: Two cards with ProFound logos. One features Keisha's photo, and the other contains the text in the caption on a blue backdrop.